Core Insights - Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 80 million annual passenger throughput by December 17, 2025, with over 16.6 million international passengers, officially joining the global "80 million passenger club" [1][2] - The significant increase in passenger flow is attributed to hardware upgrades, including the opening of Terminal 3 and the operation of the fourth and fifth runways, enhancing the airport's operational capacity and layout [1] - The growth in passenger numbers reflects the collaborative development of the sports, cultural tourism, and exhibition economy in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [1] Operational Performance - Baiyun Airport's core operational metrics, including flight takeoffs and landings, international business, and cargo transport, have shown strong growth, with international business surging over 19% year-on-year, accounting for over 20% of total passengers [2] - The airport has been a key player in the Greater Bay Area, facilitating the opening, enhancement, and restoration of nearly 40 international passenger routes this year, including new destinations such as Almaty, Madrid, and Vancouver [2] - Baiyun Airport's international and regional destinations have exceeded 100, marking a significant expansion in its global connectivity [2] Future Outlook - Standing at the new milestone of 80 million passengers, Baiyun Airport aims to enhance its role as a vital global gateway and accelerate the construction of a world-class hub airport, contributing to Guangdong's leadership in advancing China's modernization [2]